Is Portland LEEDing the Sustainability Race?

We all hear about the ‘Greening’ of our office buildings across the country and Portland, Oregon, is certainly no exception. With more and more national press spotlighting Portland, Portlanders are justifiably proud of their majestic city.

The General Automotive Building located at 411 NW Park Avenue, in the heart of the Pearl District in Portland is one of many local showpieces for the core principles of Green Design and Construction. The building is striving to earn LEED Platinum Certification, which will further reinforce Portland’s reputation as the nation’s leader in sustainable urban development.

This remodel of a 1930s building blends the charm of tradition and sustainability of a modern, efficient Green Building. The remodel allows for increased water and energy efficiency, and a superior work environment in terms of indoor air quality, natural light, design and construction quality. The design team at ConoverBondworked with the existing structural systems, column bays, operative windows and the original brick walls to preserve as much of the original structure as possible.

This is one example, but would love to see and hear from you…what are some of your other favorite green building remodels? Post your comments here or check out our Pinterest Boards and let’s reinforce the LEED!